A look back at significant inaugurations throughout U.S. history
The inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will no doubt be historic, not only because of who is being elected into the positions but because of the context of what is taking place in the world as they are being sworn into power.
The inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will no doubt be historic, not only because of who is being elected into the positions but because of the context of what is taking place in the world as they are being sworn into power.
Safety and security are main priorities as inauguration approaches
G. Michael Verden, founder and CEO of The Lake Forest Group, talks about the challenges of securing a massive event such as inauguration in wake of recent extremist violence.
G. Michael Verden, founder and CEO of The Lake Forest Group, talks about the challenges of securing a massive event such as inauguration in wake of recent extremist violence.
Kamala Harris to make history as nation's first woman vice president
Rebecca Sive, author of "Vote Her In," talks about the historical significance of Kamala Harris becoming the first woman vice president in the U.S. history.
Rebecca Sive, author of "Vote Her In," talks about the historical significance of Kamala Harris becoming the first woman vice president in the U.S. history.
Joe Biden looks to set tone of unity during inaugural address
Professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo from North Central College talks about what to expect from Joe Biden as he is sworn in as the 46th president of the United States.
Professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo from North Central College talks about what to expect from Joe Biden as he is sworn in as the 46th president of the United States.
Chicago faith leaders head to DC despite warning to stay away: 'White supremacy cannot win'
"We have to stand our ground. We saw from the Capitol chaos, there are domestic terrorists that are here. We cannot give them ground because white supremacy cannot win,” said Reverend Greg Livingston.
"We have to stand our ground. We saw from the Capitol chaos, there are domestic terrorists that are here. We cannot give them ground because white supremacy cannot win,” said Reverend Greg Livingston.
City Hall, Cook County building to close for inauguration as a precaution
City Hall and the Cook County building will close Wednesday as a precautionary measure amid nationwide threats of violence on Inauguration Day.
City Hall and the Cook County building will close Wednesday as a precautionary measure amid nationwide threats of violence on Inauguration Day.
PHOTOS: Inauguration Day from past to present
As inauguration day approaches, take a look back at previous ceremonies throughout history.
As inauguration day approaches, take a look back at previous ceremonies throughout history.
Vice President Mike Pence will not attend Trump's sendoff event, will attend Biden's inauguration
Vice President Mike Pence is among those who will not be attending President Donald Trump’s sendoff event at Joint Base Andrews.
Vice President Mike Pence is among those who will not be attending President Donald Trump’s sendoff event at Joint Base Andrews.
12 National Guard members removed from Biden inauguration security mission
Twelve National Guard members have been removed from inauguration security after they were found to have ties with right-wing militia groups or posted extremist views online.
Twelve National Guard members have been removed from inauguration security after they were found to have ties with right-wing militia groups or posted extremist views online.
Tiffany Trump announces engagement on her father's final day in White House
President Donald Trump's youngest daughter, Tiffany, is engaged to be married.
President Donald Trump's youngest daughter, Tiffany, is engaged to be married.
Biden will be oldest US president to take oath on Inauguration Day 2021
When president-elect Joe Biden takes the oath of office Wednesday, he’ll become the nation’s oldest president in history. Here’s a look back at other notable ages of former U.S. presidents.
When president-elect Joe Biden takes the oath of office Wednesday, he’ll become the nation’s oldest president in history. Here’s a look back at other notable ages of former U.S. presidents.
South Shore Drill Team to perform virtually at Biden's inauguration
A Chicago group will be representing the entire state of Illinois during Wednesday’s inauguration.
A Chicago group will be representing the entire state of Illinois during Wednesday’s inauguration.
Illinois National Guard, Chicago police to help with security at Biden inauguration
Security will be top priority at Joe Biden’s inauguration -- in light of the US Capitol attack.
Security will be top priority at Joe Biden’s inauguration -- in light of the US Capitol attack.
Inauguration Day 2021 will be like no other: What exactly is different?
The inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris is sure to be among the most unique in American history.
The inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris is sure to be among the most unique in American history.
Kamala Harris prepares for central role in Biden's White House
Kamala Harris will make history on Wednesday when she becomes the nation’s first female vice president — and the first Black woman and the first woman of South Asian descent to hold that office. But that’s only where her boundary-breaking role begins.
Kamala Harris will make history on Wednesday when she becomes the nation’s first female vice president — and the first Black woman and the first woman of South Asian descent to hold that office. But that’s only where her boundary-breaking role begins.
Local activist Rev. Acree traveling to DC for inauguration: 'What would Dr. King do?'
America will pause and reflect Monday on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for MLK Day, and one local pastor is calling for peace as he heads to DC to push King's message.
America will pause and reflect Monday on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for MLK Day, and one local pastor is calling for peace as he heads to DC to push King's message.
Police, soldiers flood Springfield leading up to Biden's inauguration
Governor JB Pritzker activated the Illinois National Guard in response to FBI warnings of possible threats at state capitol buildings across the country.
Governor JB Pritzker activated the Illinois National Guard in response to FBI warnings of possible threats at state capitol buildings across the country.
FBI vetting National Guard troops in DC amid fears of insider attack
U.S. defense officials say they are worried about an insider attack or other threat from service members involved in securing President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, prompting the FBI to vet all of the 25,000 National Guard troops coming into Washington for the event.
U.S. defense officials say they are worried about an insider attack or other threat from service members involved in securing President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, prompting the FBI to vet all of the 25,000 National Guard troops coming into Washington for the event.
What time is the inauguration? Answers to your questions about Inauguration Day 2021
While lots of details are still to be worked out, due to the pandemic and heightened Capitol security, this Jan. 20 is sure to be more subdued than prior inauguration days.
While lots of details are still to be worked out, due to the pandemic and heightened Capitol security, this Jan. 20 is sure to be more subdued than prior inauguration days.
Virginia man facing charges for carrying a gun in DC says he forgot the weapon was in his vehicle
A 31-year-old Virginia man says he was lost and asking for directions when he was arrested for showing up at a D.C. inauguration security checkpoint on Friday evening with a gun and hundreds of rounds of ammunition.
A 31-year-old Virginia man says he was lost and asking for directions when he was arrested for showing up at a D.C. inauguration security checkpoint on Friday evening with a gun and hundreds of rounds of ammunition.